Recovery Specialist (Per Diem)

High Point & SEMCOA•Hyannis, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

High Point & Affiliated Organizations (HPAO) is a health and human service agency that treats and prevents substance use disorders and mental illness. Its programs across Southeastern Massachusetts provide inpatient, outpatient, residential, and community-based substance use and mental health services, as well as support for survivors of abuse and violence and families experiencing homelessness. HPAO emphasizes the inherent goodness, worth, and dignity of every person and aims to help individuals and families achieve personal change and improve their quality of life. The Recovery Specialist works at the High Point Inpatient Campus in Hyannis, Massachusetts, providing patient observation, milieu support, admissions assistance, group facilitation, and other support under the delegation authority of the RN or LPN on the assigned shift. This is a per diem role with shifts across all shifts. The listed pay range is $22–$27 per hour, depending on education and experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent GED; the posting states this as a requirement and also lists it as preferred in the qualifications section.
TB screening.
CPR certification.
Completion of HPAO crisis de-escalation program.
Confidentiality training covering 42 CFR Part 2 and HIPAA under 45 CFR Parts 160 and 164.
Therapeutic boundaries training.
Ability to care for diverse populations.
Incident report training.
All Hazards training.
Infection control training.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in the substance use or behavioral health field is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Comply with federal confidentiality requirements under 42 CFR Part 2 and HIPAA regulations.
Review and follow the posted shift assignment at the start of each shift.
Observe and account for patients to ensure safety, documenting patient status in the EHR at least hourly.
Monitor the milieu, including bathrooms and group rooms, to maintain a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment at least hourly and as needed.
Understand emergency procedures and codes and remain calm during crises.
Maintain therapeutic boundaries by setting limits and enforcing rules respectfully.
Conduct room inspections according to policy and perform bag searches when directed.
Keep the unit neat and clean, complete end-of-shift duties, and restock supplies as needed.
Attend supervision with the assigned supervisor twice monthly or as needed, and attend mandatory meetings.
Complete admission consents and releases in the EHR.
Complete patient observation checks according to practitioner or nurse orders, accurately and on time using an iPad or paper when the iPad is unavailable.
Print the daily census in preparation for the next shift.
Participate in change-of-shift reports with nursing staff at the beginning and end of each shift.
Observe and report signs of withdrawal and medical or behavioral changes to the nurse.
Monitor supplies for showering and personal care to support patient hygiene and safety.
Use walkie-talkies as a campus responder and perform radio checks hourly and when escorting patients off the unit.
Process new patient admissions, including EHR documentation and inventory and documentation of clothing, electronics, and valuables.
Follow applicable DPH and DMH patient rights standards for licensed programs.
Monitor the milieu during medication administration as directed by the nurse in ATS/ACCS programs.
Complete Medication Monitoring Training within 90 days of hire or as appropriate and, after successful completion, perform medication monitoring during observed self-administration on CSS/TSS units.
Escort patients to meals, groups, medical appointments within the facility, and outdoor breaks; report to the nurse when leaving the unit for any reason.
Facilitate assigned groups and enter notes in the EHR.
Transport residents when applicable, provided required policy and documentation are complete.
Use verbal de-escalation and patient-centered behavioral interventions in treatment.
Facilitate activity-based groups and milieu engagement according to the daily schedule when assigned.
Perform other duties assigned by the Recovery Specialist Supervisor, Nursing Staff, Nurse Manager, Program/Site Director, DON, or COO.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Long- and short-term disability
Discounted auto, home, and renters insurance
403(b) retirement plan
FSA and DCA
PFML
Employee assistance program
Bonuses and referral incentives
Free courses to become a Licensed Counselor or Recovery Coach
Company-paid CEU trainings and education days to complete CEUs
Free meals at select programs, based on availability
Unmatched leave time; full-time employees can earn up to three weeks in their first year